Middle School Principal

Middle School Principal

Independence USD 446 •

Independence Middle School has an opening for middle school principal. The Final date to receive applications is February 27- 2026. This is a 10.5-month position

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POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE:

Building Principal

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Competency in the English language.

* A valid building-level license issued by the Kansas State Board of Education.

* Ability to work cooperatively and constructively with others- including the ability to communicate effectively with broad and diverse audiences.

* Ability to handle a fast-paced- intense work environment.

* Ability to manage job responsibilities and meet the established building outcomes.

* Ability to work a daily schedule that often demands an extended workday.

* Other alternatives as set by the Board of Education.

REPORTS TO:

Superintendent of Schools

SUPERVISES AND

EVALUATES:
All building certified teaching staff and staff as assigned

PURPOSE AND

OBJECTIVES OF

THE POSITION:

* To use leadership- supervisory and administrative skills to promote the educational development of the individual student and- through that student achievement that ensures school accreditation. In order to accomplish these goals- the Building Principal must work closely with the other staff and administration of USD 446.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

I. The principal oversees safe and orderly schools.

* Implements effective procedures for ensuring a safe and orderly learning environment.

* Takes appropriate action when students exhibit emotionally/physically distressed behaviors.

* Complies with- or monitors compliance with- all state and federal laws.

* Implements board policies- rules and regulations.

II. The principal ensures student achievement for all student groups.

* Collects and reports data on academic achievement by all student groups.

* Monitors assessment of all students in basic skills areas.

* Evaluates effectiveness of teaching materials- activities and approaches- and provides assistance when necessary.

III. The principal builds positive school/community relations.

* Supports the school and district mission.

* Promotes positive relationships between all persons in the school community.

* Facilitates effective site councils.

IV. The principal leads the school in developing constructive student/adult relations.

* Helps students develop responsibility for their conduct.

* Cultivates staff behaviors that promote respect of authority- tolerance of diversity- and appreciation of each student's potential.

V. The principal oversees effective and efficient staff performance.

* Works with staff to develop and recommend standards for student learning.

* Plans Professional Development based on student and staff needs and ensures they are effectively implemented.

* Recruits- supervises and evaluates instructional staff in accordance with policy and law.

* Interacts effectively with building/district personnel.

VI. The principal practices responsible fiscal- facility- and resource management.

* Organizes effective budget planning procedures.

* Ensures building expenditures do not exceed the limits set forth by the board-approved budget.

* Maintains building records and property.

VII. The principal models positive professional attributes.

* Engages professional growth activities as directed.

* Uses written and spoken language well.

* Makes all necessary administrative decisions in a timely manner.

* Delegates supervision when appropriate.

* Maintains reasonable office hours.

* Demonstrates good judgment in decision making.

Secondary Responsibilities:

* Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor and in accordance with the provisions of the USD 446 Board of Education.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS /

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

* Requires prolonged sitting or standing.

* Occasional stooping- bending- turning- and reaching.

* Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move- lift- carry- pull- or push heavy objects or materials.

* Occasional climbing or steps may be required in some buildings.

* Requires some travel.

* Must work indoor and outdoors year-round.

* Must work in noisy crowded environments.

Benefits Information

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